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Interview with Kenji Kamiyama, Director of the Movie “009 Re:Cyborg” [4/4]

What is the “Angel’s Fossil” that was dug out from the movie?

Completely Immerse Yourself in the World of Manga at Tachikawa Manga Park!

The Tachikawa Manga Park was created with a love of enjoying manga in mind. On March 20, the park opened on the second floor of the Tachikawa Children’s Future Center in Tachikawa, Tokyo.

Ennichisai 2013 to be Held Soon in Indonesia! Japanese Convenience Store Lawson to Participate!

Ennichisai 2013 will be held from May 25-26 at Blok M in Jakarta Selatan, Jakarta, Indonesia.

Interview with Kenji Kamiyama, Director of the Movie “009 Re:Cyborg” [3/4]

If you don’t end it, it won’t start - gazing at the unfinished past.

World-Wide Anticipated “Ghost in the Shell: Arise Border 1: Ghost Pain” Trailer Released!

The new *Ghost in the Shell* anime film series has kicked off with a trailer!

This Weekend, the Strongest Will Finally Be Decided at the “Arc Revolution Cup”!

“Arc System Works Festival” (also known as “Arc Fes”) is finally drawing near. This beat ‘em up game festival will be held this weekend from May 18-19 in Japan.

Hatsune Miku x Edo x Onsen?! TOM Checks Out the “Spring Oedo Onsen Monogatari Hatsune Miku Festival”

Upon hearing that Oedo Onsen Monogatari was collaborating with the Japanese pop culture icon Hatsune Miku’s song “Senbonzakura,” we went to investigate right away.

A Cute and Cool Character Has Been Born! Famous Anime Studio Collaborates with Singer Namie Amuro

The project “Amuro Meets Tatsunoko” featured the creation of a new character by Tatsunoko Production.

Interview with Kenji Kamiyama, Director of the Movie “009 Re:Cyborg” [2/4]

If the nine scattered heroes joined forces now, what significance would it have?

Life-Size Miku Statue Displayed at Hatsune Miku Illustration and Art Exhibit in Akihabara!

From March 9 to April 7, the “Hatsune Miku Illustration and Art Exhibit feat. Precious Memories” was held at the “Tokyo Anime Center with Aru Aru City” in the Akihabara UDX Building.

Voice Stars Speak Out! Interview with Voice Cast of the Anime "Gargantia on the Verdurous Planet"!

We’ve received comments from the voice cast about the anime and their respective characters.

Use Magic to Hunt Demons! PS Vita Game “Soul Sacrifice” Releases Worldwide

The PS Vita game *Soul Sacrifice* has finally released worldwide!

Interview with Kenji Kamiyama, Director of the Movie “009 Re:Cyborg” [1/4]

Nine imperfect people combine their strengths and fight for the sake of a diverse world.

Meet DJ Kazu, a New Anime Song Columnist!

DJ Kazu, an artist who has been picking up attention in the world of anime songs, is a new columnist here on Tokyo Otaku Mode!

Two Amuros!? Artist Namie Amuro is Connected to a Famous Pilot in the Anime World!?

Did you know that singer Namie Amuro’s last name is connected to the world of anime?

DoKomi 2013: Germany’s Hottest Otaku Convention is Making History!

In only four years, DoKomi has become the third largest convention of its kind in Germany.

“Toukiden” x Play.Community Closed Beta Held! Game to Release July 27!

On March 30, Tecmo Koei Games held the *Toukiden* x Play.Community closed beta in Shinagawa, Tokyo for the new hunting-action PlayStation Vita and PSP game *Toukiden*.

Do You Know of the Top Japanese Artist Who is Connected with “One Piece,” “InuYasha,” and “Pokémon”?

In July 2011, the 14th theme song to the anime One Piece, “Fight Together,” depicted the themes of “rising up from struggles” and "the bonds of friendship” and sent out cheerfulness to children across Japan who were depressed due to the Tohoku earthquake.

The Fuwa Fuwa Run Maid Café is a Success! Read TOM’s Exclusive Interview with Maid Naoffi!

On April 20, the Fuwa Fuwa Run Maid Café debuted in Singapore.

Creator Interview: Eri Kamijo

Recently, we interviewed TOM Special Creator Eri Kamijo whose bold and beautiful works constantly wow us. Read on for the interview!

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Apr 22 2013 18:24

Collaboration Cafe Between Cure Maid Cafe and “Hanasaku Iroha” Opens for a Limited Time!

Collaboration Cafe Between Cure Maid Cafe and “Hanasaku Iroha” Opens for a Limited Time!

In commemoration of the release of Hanasaku Iroha: Home Sweet Home, from March 29 to April 14, a collaboration project was carried out at Akihabara’s Cure Maid Cafe.

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Apr 21 2013 08:49

Creator Interview: falmaro [2/2]

Creator Interview: falmaro [2/2]

Recently, TOM had the opportunity to interview falmaro, an illustrator and TOM Special Creator.

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Apr 21 2013 08:48

Voice Actor Duo You-Tak II Takes on the Real Escape Game “Escape from the Bookstore Labyrinth”

Voice Actor Duo You-Tak II Takes on the Real Escape Game “Escape from the Bookstore Labyrinth”

Do you know what a “Real Escape Game” is? It’s a puzzle game in which participants are locked in a closed space and must rely on hints gathered in the area to solve riddles and escape.

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Apr 21 2013 08:47

Hatsune Miku Cafe to Open for a Limited Time in Roppongi Hills!

Hatsune Miku Cafe to Open for a Limited Time in Roppongi Hills!

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Mori Art Museum in Roppongi Hills. In commemoration, an exhibit titled “Love Exhibit: The Shape of Love Seen in Art” will be held from April 26 to Sept. 1.

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Apr 21 2013 08:46

Art Made Out of Canned Goods?! Mario Art Wows Attendees at Can-Art Event in Canada

Art Made Out of Canned Goods?! Mario Art Wows Attendees at Can-Art Event in Canada

Every year, an event that showcases can-art called “Canstruction” takes place in Calgary, Canada.

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Apr 21 2013 08:45

Serialization of Mari Yamazaki’s Newest Work “Steve Jobs” Begins!

Serialization of Mari Yamazaki’s Newest Work “Steve Jobs” Begins!

On March 25, Mari Yamazaki, original author of the manga Thermae Romae, launched her new work Steve Jobs in the May 2013 issue of Kiss.

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Apr 21 2013 08:44

New G-Class Monsters and G-Class Fields Appear in “Monster Hunter Frontier G”!

New G-Class Monsters and G-Class Fields Appear in “Monster Hunter Frontier G”!

On April 17, Capcom released Monster Hunter Frontier G, the follow up to Monster Hunter Frontier Online.

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Apr 20 2013 12:43

Ikenotaira Hotel Features Rooms Themed After “Pretty Cure”!

Ikenotaira Hotel Features Rooms Themed After “Pretty Cure”!

Rooms themed after Doki Doki! Precure are now available at the popular Lake Shirakaba resort in Nagano Prefecture, Shirakaba Hotel Ikenotaira.

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Apr 20 2013 12:38

TOM Interviews Female Plastic Modeler Tomoe Ogoshi [3/3]

TOM Interviews Female Plastic Modeler Tomoe Ogoshi [3/3]

They say all good things must come to an end, and the same is true for our time with the talented Tomoe Ogoshi, a leader in the world of Japanese plastic models.

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Apr 20 2013 12:33

Creator Interview: falmaro [1/2]

Creator Interview: falmaro [1/2]

Recently, we interviewed falmaro, a TOM Special Creator whose exquisite art will leave you speechless. Read on for the interview!

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